Hot Cross Buns with Marzipan and Candied Orange Peel
Hot cross buns are traditionally eaten on Good Friday in many countries, symbolizing the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Ingredients
- 4 cup All-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large Egg
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 4 ounce Marzipan
- 1/2 cup Candied orange peel, chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg, and milk.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
- Flatten each piece of dough and place a small piece of marzipan and some chopped candied orange peel in the center.
- Fold the dough over the filling and shape it into a ball.
- Place the buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover with a kitchen towel, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake the buns for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
- Optional: Pipe a cross shape on top of each bun using icing sugar mixed with water.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.